Patronage of His Highness
Early Childhood Week 2026 is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA). Led by the Ministry of Family in collaboration with ECA, this patronage reflects the UAE’s national commitment to championing the early years and building a more family- friendly society, anchored in the UAE’s Year of Family.
early childhood week
Early Childhood Week is a national platform, anchored in the Year of Family, championing the importance of a child's early years. Now expanding nationwide, the Week unites partners across government, health, education and community sectors so every child can flourish in a safe, family-friendly UAE.
Become a partner
Early Childhood Week is a nationwide movement. Partner with us to strengthen families, inspire action, and help every child thrive. explore how you can participate
- Deliver large-scale activations across three or more locations in the UAE
- Promote the Week’s activations across owned channels
- Contribute funding of AED 3 million or more (cash or inkind) in support
- Deliver up to two activations across multiple locations in the UAE
- Promote the Week’s activations across owned channels
- Contribute funding of AED 1 million or more (cash or inkind) in support
- Organize small-scale activations in a single location (or more) in the UAE
- Promote the Week’s activations across owned channels
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